Possible Signs of Cows Being Held Back for Breeding

Dan Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Marketing

Breeding is a critical aspect of managing a cattle operation, whether it’s for dairy or beef production. Selecting the right cows for breeding ensures the continued health, productivity, and profitability of the herd. However, identifying cows that are being held back for breeding requires a keen eye and an understanding of the subtle signs that may indicate they are being …

Watching Gold and Silver Prices

Dan Commodities, Economy

When it comes to the markets, two things we don’t talk a lot about are gold and silver. But according to Mark Oppold, traders are watching those prices closely right now. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle …

Quarterly Earnings Reports Coming Out

Dan Commodities, Economy

It’s time once again for quarterly earnings reports. Mark Oppold looks at what some have experienced the past 3 months. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember …

Hoping for Better Market Performance This Week

Dan Biofuels/Energy, Commodities, Corn, Cotton, Economy, Forestry, Pork, Specialty Crops, Wheat

Last week was pretty disappointing for many financial and commodity markets. Due to that, Mark Oppold notes traders are hoping for a better market performance this week. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support …

Concerns about NASS Discontinuing Some Reports

Dan Cattle, Commodities, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Livestock, USDA-NASS

It was announced this week that the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) was canceling a key report and a yield survey. As Mark Oppold reports¸ some wonder what is next. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Not Much Change Expected in Corn and Soybean Futures

Dan Commodities, Corn, Economy, Soybeans

Corn and soybean futures haven’t seen much support lately, and according to Mark Oppold, a report this week is not expected to help much at all. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For …

Keeping an Eye on Crude Oil Futures

Dan Biofuels/Energy, Commodities

Traders are keeping an eye on crude oil futures right now. Mark Oppold has a look at what is being recommended for on the farm fuel supplies. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support …

Watching Oats for Long Term Direction

Dan Commodities, Economy, Field Crops, Specialty Crops

When it comes to long-term direction in the grain markets, many traders are watching what happens with oats. Mark Oppold explains why. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of …

Delay in Interest Rate Cuts

Dan Commodities, Economy

Many thought we would see interest rate cuts fairly soon, but according to Mark Oppold, it will be a bit longer before that happens. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers …

Crop Progress Reports Start

Dan Commodities, Corn, Economy, Field Crops

Crop progress reports from the USDA have started for the new crop year, something Mark Oppold notes many traders will follow closely. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd …